The field book : or, Sports and pastimes of the United kingdom ; compiled from the best authorities, ancient and modern (1833)
Maxwell, W. H. (William Hamilton), 1792-1850 · London : E. Wilson · leaf 313
that it seldom risesfrom its lurking place until it is almost trampledupon, and, when flushed, does not fly to so greata distance. It is as much esteemed as the snipe,and is cooked in the same manner. The eggs are not bigger than those of a lark;in other respects they are very like those ofthe… … THE KESTREL. IValendar, s. An account of time. Kaw, v. To cry as a raven, crow, or rook. Kayle, s. Ninepins ; nine holes. Keen, a. Sharp, well edged: severe, piercing; eager, vehement; acrimo-nious ; bitter of mind. Keg, s. A small barrel, commonly used for a fish barrel. Kelt,, s. The omentum,…
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